Epidemiologist V - MCCRP

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HJF is seeking a Part Time Epidemiologist V to provide epidemiological and biostatistical support.

This position will be in support of the John P. Murtha Cancer Center located at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, in Bethesda, Maryland. The DoW-wide MilCanEpi database is a data system used to conduct oncology research. Cancer epidemiology addresses the significance of population studies for the DoW and DoW beneficiaries.

The Murtha Cancer Center is a modern, patient-centric, tri-service military healthcare facility. Its comprehensive core of military and civilian oncologists and other cancer-trained clinicians and researchers provide multidisciplinary cancer-care delivery and patient-family support services. Our Cancer Center, the only DoW Cancer Center of Excellence within the Military Health System, offers its patients access to cutting-edge cancer diagnostic and treatment technologies.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike.Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

• Advises the Director on continuous optimization of the new MilCanEpi interface.
• Provides advice and suggestions on data processing and consolidation of new MilCanEpi data.
• Provides advice on research topics, study design, analytic plan, statistical analysis, and epidemiological methods related to the MilCanEpi and PROMETHEUS studies.
• Advises on result interpretation and manuscript preparation for MilCanEpi studies.
• At the direction of the Director, performs data analysis, integrating information from different laboratories, surveys, cancer registries and medical records.
• Interprets results and prepares reports for Director.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

Education and Experience

• Doctoral Degree in Epidemiology is required.
• Minimum of 6-8 years of experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge and ability to use and teach complex epidemiologic research methods for assessing the risk of disease in humans due to potential risk factors.
• Advanced knowledge in computer programming with experience with advanced multivariate statistical methods.
• Knowledge of statistical and mathematical software including SAS, MINITAB, and BMDP.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1 Public Trust background check.

Work Environment

• This position is remote.

Compensation

• The hourly pay range for this position is $61.06-$113.00. Actual hourly pay will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.